The Belgium international joined the Toffees on transfer deadline day on a season-long loan from Chelsea and has already proved a huge hit on Merseyside, scoring three goals in his opening two league matches.

And rumours have surfaced in the last few days that Italian giants Juventus are keen on making a permanent move for the 20-year-old.

‘That’s the first time I’ve heard that [the Juventus link],’ said Martinez.

‘It doesn’t surprise me. What matters is that he is enjoying his football.

‘I thought his away debut [45 minutes and a goal against West Ham] was impressive, I think the home debut [90 minutes and two goals against Newcastle] was exciting to watch.